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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these interesting new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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